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Margherita pizza recipe

Classic Margherita pizza with a soft crust, fresh tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella. Perfect snack or light meal for any time.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American, Continental, French, Indian, Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

1 1/2 cups (180 g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp (5 g) instant yeast
1/2 tsp (3 g) salt
1/2 cup (120 ml) warm water
1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
1/2 cup (120 g) tomato sauce
1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
5–6 fresh basil leaves

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking tray
  • Oven
  • knife

Method
 

Mix flour, yeast, and salt; add warm water and oil. Knead 5–7 min until smooth.
    Cover and let dough rise 1 hour.
      Preheat oven to 220°C.
        Roll dough into 2 medium rounds; place on baking tray.
          Spread tomato sauce evenly; top with mozzarella and basil.
            Bake 12–15 min until crust is golden and cheese melts.
              Slice and serve hot.

                Notes

                Nutrition (per pizza): 320 kcal | Carbs 40 g | Protein 12 g | Fat 12 g | Sugar 4 g | Fiber 2 g
                Notes: Add veggies or pepperoni for variation.
                Storage: Consume immediately for best taste; refrigerate leftover for 1 day.